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									<li class="paragraph">A radiologic technologist works under the supervision of a radiologist.</li>
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									<li class="paragraph">A nuclear medicine technologist uses diagnostic imaging techniques in the detection and mapping of radioactive drugs in the body.</li>
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									<li class="paragraph">Commonly referred to as PTs, assist in the improvement of movement and management of pain for people who are injured or are ill.</li>
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									<li class="paragraph">Assess, diagnose and treat patients with problems on speech, swallowing and other disorders 
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									<li class="paragraph">Also referred to as speech therapists.</li>
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									<li class="paragraph">Provide personalized counselling, emotional support, and rehabilitation therapy to patients who are under physical or emotional disabilities.</li>
									<li class="paragraph">Are associated with clients to manage or overcome the personal, professional and social effects of disabilities on independent living or employment.</li>
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